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Iran says it 'unintentionally' shot down Ukrainian jetliner
Iran had denied for several days that a missile downed the aircraft. But then the U.S. and Canada, citing intelligence, said they believe Iran shot down
Can you spot this snake before it bites you?
Before you cheat and look at the next photo in the gallery, see if you can spot the Copperhead hiding in this forest scene. If you had some trouble don't worry, everyone at Chron.com did too.
Why we will no longer be a welcoming church
We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …
Judge: IDOC staff must be trained on transgender issues
SPRINGFIELD — A federal judge has ordered state corrections officers to undergo training on transgender issues, stemming from a lawsuit filed by an inmate who wants to be transferred to
How to more safely stay at hotels, motels amid pandemic
There's no place like home. But with care, you can reduce the risks that come with spending a night in a hotel or motel. Half of the battle occurs before
Workers and wages: Finding qualified workforce a top challenge...
BEMIDJI—While wages are on the rise, challenges remain for Minnesota's manufacturers when it comes to hiring a qualified workforce.In its annual State of Manufacturing survey, Enterprise Minnesota found 71 percent of respondents say the inability to hire qualified candidates has made company growth...
What kind of snake is this? How to identify common snakes in Texas
April showers poured down on San Antonio and its time for locals to enjoy the May flowers, but sometimes slithering snakes can interrupt the enjoyment of the outdoors.
20-year-old shot, hurt in Little Rock, police say; man who helped him arrested
A 20-year-old Little Rock man was shot Monday night as he walked to an apartment complex in the south part of the city, police said.
7-year-old boy unintentionally shot himself in Baton Rouge, remains in critical condition
The 7-year-old boy injured Thursday morning in a shooting unintentionally shot himself in the head and remains in critical condition, said Baton Rouge Police spokesman Sgt. L'Jean McKneely.
IDF Hints Syrian Regime Unknowingly Shot Down Iranian Drone
"Soleimani does what he wants in Syria, and definitely doesn't tell the Assad regime what he is up to."
Putin warned US before drone was shot down not to attack Iran
Vladimir Putin on Thursday warned President Trump not to use military force against Iran despite the Islamic Republic’s recent provocations — in comments apparently made before the US charged that …
10 Shots We Never Want to Play Again
If you find awkward or seemingly impossible positions on the golf course, it's on you, and the responsibility of escaping rests on your shoulders. Although that can be more difficult in some spots than others. Here are several key shots that we won't relish playing, but live safe in the knowledge that fate will ask us to.
Lindsey Graham is doing what the Ukrainian government wouldn’t
Trump's corrupt bargain with Ukraine was interrupted, so the South Carolina senator is picking up where they left off.
Learn Pool & Billiards Trick Shots
Congratulations! You’ve finally decided to get a pool table! Now, you just need to know how big of a table you can get to fit in the room where you want it. After all, you don’t want this happening to you
Get Your Room Dimensions
The first thing you want to is to get your room dimensions . Be sure to account for anything that could get in the way while playing. Things like pillars, fireplace mantles, or shelves protruding from the wall…
What Is Up With Gal Gadot's Arms In This Unintentional Optical Illusion?
Not Planning to Get the Flu Shot? Here’s Why You Should
Every year during flu season, I give all my patients my flu shot pitch– “We’ve got flu shots in clinic! [...]
NBA: Hassan Whiteside blocks 10 shots vs. Bulls
Should You Expect to Feel Sick After the Flu Shot?
Are you wary of the flu shot because you don't want to be injected with the virus? Luckily, the flu shot isn't actually built to infect you with any live version of the virus, instead using an inactive form of influenza. But, should you still expect to feel sick or see any other side effects after getting the flu shot?
How faith united Ukrainian immigr...
Nearing the end of the nineteenth century, the steady trickle of eastern Europeans making their way to America turned into a full-on rush of eager immigrants seeking a new life abroad. While individual Ukrainians had come to the United States and the Dakota territories years earlier, the first mass...
How the International Criminal Court unintentionally keeps countries from moving forward
Al-Bashir and Mugabe deserve a reckoning; but not at the cost of more innocent lives.
Nunes denies allegation he met with top Ukrainian prosecutor about Bidens
The top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee declined to elaborate, telling Fox News that he would not “debate this out with the public media.”
